{"product_id":"never-summer-mens-proto-swift","title":"Never Summer Mens Proto Swift 2027","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.melbournesnowboard.com.au\/collections\/never-summer\"\u003eNever Summer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mens Proto \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSwift is the original inspiration for the Shaper series, the original board designed to be the greatest powder board of all time. Not only is this board amazing in powder from its 20mm of taper and setback directional shape, it's actually amazing everywhere, so you can take it out every day and be confident you're in for a good time. Surf powder, carve groomers, and charge all over the mountain on the Swift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFreeride-Powder\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFreeride snowboards are built for steeper, off-piste terrain. These boards are ideal for aggressive riding and usually for more advanced riders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePowder snowboards are designed for deep snow. Generally these boards feature a directional shape with a tapered tail for better float and ease of riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlex:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e7\/10 (1=soft, 10=stiff)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStiff snowboards are precise, responsive, and built for advanced riders tackling high speeds, steep terrain, or icy conditions. They deliver powerful turns, excellent edge hold, and enhanced stability, especially during aggressive riding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbility Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eIntermediate-Advanced\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIntermediate snowboards offer more responsiveness and stability at higher speeds, with a slightly stiffer flex for better control on varied terrain and more advanced manoeuvres.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdvanced snowboards are stiffer and more responsive, designed for high-speed control, precision riding, and handling challenging terrain or tricks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTapered Directional\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA tapered directional snowboard features a shape where the tail is narrower than the nose, providing enhanced control and stability in deeper snow. This design improves floatation in powder and allows for smoother turns, making it ideal for freeride and backcountry riding. While it excels in one direction, the taper helps the board naturally guide you through challenging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCamber Type: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTriple Camber Hybrid with R.I.P. Edge Hold Technology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0000_triple-camber-hybrid_600x600.png?v=1740526707\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTriple Camber Hybrid has an overall central rocker shape while featuring a camber zone in between this central rocker, creating two high-pressure rocker sections on each side of a middle camber. Triple Camber Hybrid increases edge efficiency, with the primary edge hold starting at the board’s center. It provides outstanding responsiveness, stability, and complements the high-performance engagement of the two cambered zones beneath your feet. The overall rocker shape preserves effortless float, a playful and forgiving ride, incredible edge hold, explosive pop, and remarkable butterability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR.I.P. Edge Hold Technology offers unmatched versatility, providing effortless glide in powder and response all over the mountain while delivering precision for deep carves. It boosts edge performance for maximum stability and control in any condition, with easy edge tunes. Unlike traditional serrated edges, R.I.P. integrates waves into the base, creating high-pressure points for smooth, drag-free rides and consistent pressure on edge, ensuring a balanced, confident ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWidth: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStandard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eStandard width boards deliver exceptional edge-to-edge quickness and responsiveness while providing enough platform space for riders with average boot sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSidecut: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePower Grip Sidecut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0000_Layer-1_767c3dd7-698f-4072-8bd9-39a965cf6485_600x600.png?v=1740522455\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Power Grip Sidecut features a combination of multiple radii to create additional contact points along the edge, improving edge grip. A flat section in the middle area forms a wide contact point when the board is flexed, while allowing it to remain stable and avoid catching when unbent. Two shallow radii on either side of the flat section add extra contact points, while deeper radii near the tips of the board enable quick turn initiation and provide the final contact points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInserts: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e2x4 Inserts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese offer a tighter hole pattern, allowing for more precise stance adjustments. They're common on modern boards and ideal for riders who want fine-tuned positioning and can be used with any binding with a standard or mini disk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTopsheet: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCo-Extruded Polymer Topsheet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe Co-Extruded Polymer Topsheet is made from a tough, lightweight thermoplastic with a fiber backing, offering resistance to scratches and chips. These topsheets stand out for their vivid colors and enhanced grip, serving as a built-in stomp pad for added control while unstrapped.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLaminate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBi-Lite Fiberglass, Swift Precision Stitched Carbon Matrix, STS Pre-Tensioned Fiberglass\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0016_proto-swift-carbon.png?v=1774393122\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBi-Lite Fiberglass is a lightweight glass fiber matrix, offering outstanding freestyle and freeride performance without compromising durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSwift Precision Stitched Carbon Matrix is a specific layup of carbon fiber within the core of the board that is precisely stitched and integrated into the snowboard's construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSTS Pre-Tensioned Fiberglass is a strong, layered material designed for durability and performance. It features elastomer stringers placed between the glass fibers to improve strength and edge hold. This advanced bonding technique makes our snowboards more durable and responsive. Similar fiberglass is also used in bows because of its ability to flex and snap back with great force, launching arrows at high speeds without breaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCore: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePowerSurf Wood Core, Triple Layer RDS 2 Damping with Underfoot Stabiliser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0014_proto-swift-core.png?v=1774393121\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PowerSurf Wood Core blends a high proportion of lightweight Paulownia with Poplar and Birch through the center of the core, while Poplar lines the sidecut edges. This combination enhances strength and provides the ideal level of torsional rigidity, ensuring a durable yet lightweight ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0015_proto-swift-damping.png?v=1774393121\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRDS 1 features the most extensive laminated damping layers in the lineup. By incorporating a significant amount of elastomeric rubber along the effective edge, it delivers exceptional vibration absorption and enhances edge grip ensuring outstanding stability at high speeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElastomeric Underfoot Stabilisers are positioned beneath the mounting area to maximise shock and vibration absorption, enhancing stability at high speeds and extra cushioning to minimise foot fatigue for a more comfortable ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSidewall:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUHMW Sidewalls\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThe use of UHMW Sidewalls (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is essential in preserving the life of your snowboard. Unlike ABS sidewalls, UHMW are more resistant to cracking in colder temperatures. They also improve damping performance around the metal edges, providing a smoother ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdge: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFullwrap Metal Edge with Aluminium Tail\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDurasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Durasurf XT Sintered 5501 Base is an exclusive, high performance sintered base and is infused with the ideal amount of graphite, making it one of the fastest and most durable P-Tex bases available on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAdditional Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eExtended Transition Area\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eEarly Rise Nose\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eP-Tex Nose\/Tail Protection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMetal Edge with Aluminium Tail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Never Summer","offers":[{"title":"148cm","offer_id":43121639817350,"sku":"QSWI148262701","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"152cm","offer_id":43121639522438,"sku":"QSWI152262701","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"157cm","offer_id":43121639555206,"sku":"QSWI157262701","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"162cm","offer_id":43121639587974,"sku":"QSWI162262701","price":1149.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/9437\/files\/0001_never-summer-mens-proto-swift.jpg?v=1771980443","url":"https:\/\/www.melbournesnowboard.com.au\/products\/never-summer-mens-proto-swift","provider":"Melbourne Snowboard Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}